Korea’s Long Struggle for Unity and Independence
The article traces Korea’s history from ancient origins through Japanese colonial rule to postwar division. It notes Korea’s rugged terrain, farming economy, and strategic 38th parallel split in 1945, with Syngman Rhee's government in the South and a Russian- dominated North. It highlights customs, population about 20 million, and enduring quest for freedom.
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Korea
Manchuria
Soviet Union
South Korea
Republic of Korea
Haeju
Seoul
Taejon
Taegu
Pusan
Yellow Sea
Sea of Japan
38Th Parallel
Japan
China
Russia
United Nations
United States
Syngman Rhee
Rhee
North Korea
Indiana
Huge Hats Guard Against Plotting Tale From History
The National Geographic Society cites a legend of an ancient ruler who mandated enormous hats to prevent conspiracies by blocking whispered talks. The tale says men cannot plot if they cannot share thoughts under large headwear.
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National Geographic Society
Nature Pattern Set Shows Five Designs With Actual Sizes
The pattern pack provides actual size diagrams for five nature designs. Trace on outdoor plywood, cut out, and paint in realistic colors following pattern 228 chart. Price 25 cents. Workshop Pattern Service, Drawer 10, Bedford Hills, New York.
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Bedford Hillis, New York
Quiz Answers From a Historic General Knowledge Page
A reader’s quiz presents questions and answers on subjects from national agencies and auto races to bridge bids and Nobel laureates. It covers the origins of the National Housing Agency, the first U.S. auto race site, Molyneux, psychic bridge bids, jumping Mexican jumping beans, and presidents Roosevelt and Wilson winning the Nobel Peace Prize.
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United States
National Housing Agency
Chicago, Il
Molyneux
Theodore Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson
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